ERIC Number: EJ1030002
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 10
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Effective Communication between Preservice and Cooperating Teachers
Lawley, Ji Ji; Moore, Jenifer; Smajic, Almir
New Educator, v10 n2 p153-162 2014
This article reviews research on communication between preservice and cooperating teachers during a teacher internship. The research reveals that poor communication between preservice teachers and cooperating teachers can cause barriers to planning lessons, feedback, and teaching experiences. Additionally, research indicates that teacher-preparation programs rarely provide communication training to preservice or cooperating teachers. The results signify that the developmental levels, vocabulary used, and thought processes of preservice teachers can have impact on a shared level of communication. However, discussions that include collaborative planning and strategizing during which both parties offer professional input appear to be the best method for effective communication.
Descriptors: Cooperating Teachers, Preservice Teachers, Internship Programs, Interpersonal Communication, Communication Skills, Teacher Collaboration, Change Strategies, Supervisor Supervisee Relationship
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Information Analyses
Education Level: Postsecondary Education; Higher Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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